A Storm Lake High School student has solved his way to Boys State fame. Jacob Mills was one of two SLHS students selected to attend Boys State, a six-day civics camp at Camp Dodge. While there, …

“It was gifted by my parents.” It was a very big gift, that became one of the main attractions at Rembrandt’s quasquicentennial Saturday. Valerie Haraldson Mosbo inherited the old Rembrandt …

The Bill Riley Talent Search will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8, as part of the Albert City Threshermen & Collectors Show, which runs Aug. 6-9.  Contestants in both “Sprouts” and …

John and Jeannette Weber will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. They were married on Aug. 1, 1981. Cards can reach them at 2844 Karr Ave. Early, IA 50535.

The Knights of Columbus Council 2326 recently presented a $1,000 donation to Beauty Amidst the Ashes, a local faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and advocating for adoption and …

One of the treasures in the theater display at the Buena Vista County Historical Museum is this very early photo of the Corral Drive-in in Lakeside. How early is it? Lucille Fitszenry at the museum …

The Buena Vista County Historical Society has finished its theater display with the actual round window that was one of two that graced the front of the Vista 3 theater (see old picture).

Prescott Prairie in Cherokee County is a small, but very diverse remnant prairie that sits right on Highway 3 north of Aurelia. At six acres, it's small enough that you can explore quite a bit of …

Summer is a critical time for local hospitals and patients. As the country celebrates and travels, blood supply takes a hit –– demand climbs while donations dip. But donors like yours stood watch …

Veso Coffee at 512 Lake Ave., has allowed Caring Paws Rescue to set up a giving station at this bustling location. For those wishing to contribute to the effort to open an animal shelter in Storm …

Lisa Funk of Storm Lake Bakery presented a $700 check to Sue Lyngaas of Caring Paws Rescue, proceeds from Wednesday’s hot dog dinner. The event was held in conjunction with Ridiculous Days July …

Car enthusiasts and community supporters are invited to the Tall Corn Days Shine & Show Car Show, a fun-filled event that gives back to the community while celebrating classic cars and anything …

Thanks to the generosity of donors supporting the Buena Vista Regional Healthcare Foundation’s AWARE fund, patients fighting cancer received summer gifts to provide comfort and support throughout …

Medieval Week last week at Witter Gallery was “so much fun,” reports Cindy Barahona Roth at the gallery. The kids made castles, stained glass, royal crowns with pets and knight costumes, as seen …

Kelli and Chad Carey have owned and managed Carey’s Furniture in Cherokee for 45 years. Kelli does sales and accounting. They recently announced a 10,000 foot addition to their furniture store for …

For the people of Storm Lake, and many others living in Northwest Iowa, the city parks and recreation afforded by them represent one of the most important attractions of this community. This article …

The Storm Lake Farmers Market is moving to the 500 block of Lake Avenue for Ridiculous Days this year. The street will be blocked off to accommodate farmers market vendors and encourage foot traffic …

Big plans are in the works and over $10,000 has been raised to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the town of Rembrandt — population 209 at the last official count — this Saturday. “We …

The 140th annual Buena Vista County Fair wrapped up Sunday after a successful five-day run. “The weather was good, and the entertainment and 4H/FFA kids were great,” said Dana Christen, …